Megastar Chiranjeevi has expressed strong confidence in his upcoming Sankranti release Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, calling it a film that will “exceed all expectations.” Speaking at the grand pre-release event, Chiranjeevi said the movie brought him immense joy and described working with Victory Venkatesh as one of the most enjoyable experiences of his career.
Directed by blockbuster filmmaker Anil Ravipudi, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu marks Chiranjeevi’s first collaboration with the director. The film has already generated huge buzz, driven by chartbuster songs and strong promotional content, and is slated for a grand theatrical release on January 12. Adding to the excitement, Victory Venkatesh appears in an extended cameo, marking the first-ever on-screen collaboration between the two senior stars.
Addressing fans and the film fraternity, Chiranjeevi extended New Year and Sankranti wishes and said he hopes Sankranti 2026 will be remembered as a golden phase for the Telugu film industry. He urged audiences to support all films releasing during the festival season and stressed that every movie deserves to succeed for the industry to grow stronger.
Chiranjeevi revealed that veteran director K. Raghavendra Rao had once predicted that a film with Anil Ravipudi would turn out special. He said Anil narrated a story filled with family emotions, sentiment, and entertainment, without unnecessary experimentation. The director, he added, wanted to bring back the charm of classic Chiranjeevi films that appealed to family audiences, while reintroducing that style to a new generation. Chiranjeevi said the role felt effortless, as the scenes were perfectly designed around his body language.
The Megastar described the shooting experience as joyful, saying every day on set felt like a picnic due to Anil Ravipudi’s positive working environment. He praised the director’s sharp editing sense and said completing the film within budget and schedule itself was a major success. He expressed confidence that the audience verdict on January 12 would turn the film into a grand hit.
Sharing his excitement about working with Victory Venkatesh, Chiranjeevi said the combination was long overdue and that only Anil Ravipudi could have brought them together convincingly. He described Venkatesh as extremely positive and inspiring, and said their scenes felt less like acting and more like two youngsters enjoying themselves on screen. “Whatever you imagine about this film, it will go beyond that,” he assured fans.
Chiranjeevi also praised Nayanthara for becoming part of the film like a family member and delivering a memorable performance. He appreciated music director Bheems for composing a highly successful album, especially the song “Meesala Pilla,” which has already crossed 100 million views. He also lauded cinematographer Sameer Reddy for his fast-paced work and production designer Prakash for the film’s visual appeal.
He reserved special praise for producers Sahu Garapati and his daughter Sushmita Konidela, stating that Sushmita worked tirelessly and proved her commitment as a producer. He said the film would remain special for him as a father and expressed pride in her dedication and hard work.
Victory Venkatesh, speaking at the event, said working with Chiranjeevi was a memorable experience and promised audiences a complete entertainer. He described their on-screen moments as a “total riot” and said the film embodies the true spirit of Sankranti. He expressed confidence that Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu would be embraced by family audiences and hoped all Sankranti releases would turn into major successes.
With strong star power, a proven director, popular music, and festival timing, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is shaping up as one of the most anticipated Telugu films of the season, with expectations running high ahead of its January 12 release.
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Venky and I Had a Blast, This Film Will Exceed Expectations: Chiranjeevi
